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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1898
Page
5
The Star Grocery markets Thanksgiving fare with wholesale and retail prices. It lists fruits, produce, canned goods, nuts, dried fruits, cheeses, syrups, cereals, and baking supplies, promising low wholesale prices on California fruit packs and a broad assortment for holiday meals.
After a jury verdict the case of J A Southall, a former chief clerk in a government works unit, found guilty of selling forged government checks. The swindle, tied to time checks totaling around 700000, spread across the country and into wheat market speculation. Detected in April, Southall was dismissed from his post but profits and charges stirred controversy among associates and court observers.
The President's Own infantry mustering out here reveals 1,106 officers and men to be discharged with over 125000 dollars in pay, amid a furor as Carricke company guards directorate through the night. A packing house fire in East Cambridge injures workers and causes 89000 dollars in damage, with a missing night watchman feared dead.
The top bowlers of the association have arranged a four team tournament to be held tonight. A new alley has been added bringing the total to four. The four teams are considered equally strong and the games will unfold with spirited competition.
The note indicates a ceremony or discussion taking place at the residence of the Minister of Foreign Affairs in Hilo. It suggests a diplomatic or formal gathering hosted by the minister, focusing on international affairs or relations. Further details are not provided in the fragment.
The Pacific Commercial Advertiser reports a grand reception at Puupueo, home of Judge Henry E. Cooper, in honor of Miss Anna Rose recently returned from the States. Officers of the 20th Kansas and Honolulu society attended. rain fell elsewhere, but Manoa life shone with illumination, dancing, and a gala ball.
A grand reception and dance at Minister and Mrs Cooper's home featured a stylish crowd led by Major Potter and A St Al Mack. Guests included Governor Cleghorn and numerous officials, with Miss Hose in white and many officers in attendance. The event ran late as cries of delight resonated through the archways into the ballroom.
The first auxiliary cruiser under congressional authorization, built by Cramp of Philadelphia for the Boston Fruit Company, left early today for a speed trial along the New England coast. Captain Sargent commanded the steamer, with government officials aboard, aiming for 16 knots. Robert Porter, assigned to Port Antonio customs, will be among the passengers.
A farmer visiting Newton in Harvey County claimed to be unaware of Jerry Simpson. He discussed the recent election with C. F. Benfer, saying he could not recall who Jerry Simpson was, indicating he had forgotten the candidate. The encounter unfolds as the man appeared earnest in his ignorance.
Mr Henfer swears to this sta a Newton Republican. It might be added that the farmer was a Republican.
Veteran actor Charles W Couldock lies near death in New York City from heart dropsy. Since November 2 he has suffered dangerous illness after a supposed indigestion. On Sunday he summoned his granddaughter and told her he was going away, uttering a tender farewell.
A massive Ozark forest fire near Macomb Missouri in November endangers the town and surrounding farms. Sparks, wind, and shifting flames threaten homes, orchards, and livestock as residents hastily move stock and prepare to evacuate. The blaze, described as the largest here since 1854, circles four miles north of the town and could destroy Macomb if unchecked.
A Lloyds dispatch from Bre ton reports the Coblens of the North German Lloyd Line arrived safely at Oporto yesterday. Earlier a rumor claimed a steamer with 00 persons aboard foundered at sea, causing fears for the Coblens fleet in service in the region.
The steamer La Normandie arrives from Havre and is held at quarantine after two steerage passengers, Sydan children, are found to have smallpox. Surgeon Vauquer reports the cases and orders immediate isolation and vaccination for the steerage passengers. The patients will be moved to the reception hospital for care.
A man named Payton D Rid dle, who shot his wife and attempted suicide yesterday, died today. His wife is in critical condition with a mother of twelve serving a term. The murder occurred at Sidney, and since incarceration he has killed two men in prison.
Directors of the M K T decide to erect a 40 by 100 foot three story building at Parsons to store railroad records now kept in St Louis. Estimated cost about 15000 dollars with annual rent savings of around 3000 dollars. Building to stand on the park area north of the ground while stationery and store departments remain separate.
New York City hosts a yearly horse show at Madison Square Garden drawing rich patrons from across the country. The event blends sport and society as spectators admire thoroughbreds, frequent grand hotels afterward, and the six day exhibition kicks off Monday. Weather notes from Chicago forecast snow and northerly winds for Kansas with a gale by Tuesday.
Fort Leavenworth appoints Joby Patterson, a Cuba veteran and long time Civil War combatant, as the new commandant. Patterson, native of New York, rose from first lieutenant in 1861 to brigadier general, serving in the Seventh and Twenty-second Infantry before major and lieutenant colonel promotions. He is noted for twenty Civil War battles and later commands, with a career spanning 25 years in the Army.
Pronch newspapers in Paris report Spain’s fate as deteriorating under American and colonial pressure. They forecast a crumbling parliament and national administration, with power sliding to factions while the cortes risk accepting sacrifices for stability. Public disillusion grows as Spain confronts loss and upheaval.
Two men robbed stores near Perth late at night, tying a witness to a car and tying up supplies. They fled on a moped after forcing entry through front doors. Local police arrived but the men had left the scene. One suspect described as about 6 feet tall, wearing dark clothing, unknown motive. Authorities pursue leads linking the Arkansas City segment and other cities.
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